I get what you mean, but honestly, I tried being super organized with HR and still ended up chasing my tail. Maybe it’s just my luck, or maybe some places are just more chaotic? Either way, I wish it was as smooth for me.
I tried being super organized with HR and still ended up chasing my tail.
That hits home. I once had every form double-checked and still got a call saying they “couldn’t find my request.” It’s wild how much depends on who’s handling your paperwork. Some places just have a knack for losing things, no matter how careful you are. I’ve learned to keep email trails for everything—just in case.
I hear you. I once sent my leave request three different ways—online, paper, and even handed it to my manager—and it still got “lost.” Now I CC my own personal email on everything. Paranoid? Maybe, but it’s saved me more than once.
Man, I totally get the paranoia. I’ve had stuff “go missing” at work more times than I care to admit—sometimes I wonder if it’s just bad systems or people not wanting to deal with paperwork. CC’ing your personal email is smart, honestly. I started taking screenshots too, just in case someone tries to say they never got my request. You’d think in 2024 this would be easier, but nope... still gotta cover your own back.
Yeah, it’s wild how stuff just disappears into the void sometimes. I’ve actually started keeping a running log in my notes app—date, who I sent it to, what I asked for. If I don’t get a reply in a couple days, I’ll nudge them with a “just following up” message and attach the original email or screenshot. Not foolproof, but it’s saved me from headaches when someone tries to claim they never saw my request. Maybe overkill, but better safe than sorry…
